Spine surgery NYC is a team of experts who diagnose, manage, treat and monitor spinal conditions. Reach out to a specialist in spine surgery.
Our chief surgeon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. He also has fellowship training in combined neurosurgery/orthopaedic spine surgery. New York and New Jersey have his offices. He specializes in spinal Fusion, Lumbar Surgery, and treating Trauma.
Congenital conditions can mean that the spine condition was present at birth. They may also be caused by trauma, tumors or infections. Chiari Malformation, a condition of the spine that is congenital, is one example. However, there are many other conditions that can be congenital. Spinal deformities like kyphosis or lordosis and scoliosis can be present at birth.
Some back surgeries can be helpful, but they are rarely required. Most back pain disappears within three months.
Spine surgeons are doctors who specialize in the treatment of conditions that affect the spine. Both orthopedic Surgeons and Neurosurgeons are trained in and may specialize in spinal procedures. In some cases, specialization training may be involve a combined team of both orthopedic and neurosurgeons.
Spine surgery is typically "open surgery". This means that an incision is made to allow surgeons to see the anatomy. Modern technology has enabled more back- and neck conditions to now be treated using minimally invasive surgical techniques.
General anesthesia is used almost exclusively for back surgery. Aside from the usual risks associated anesthesia, the patient must be able to lie face down on a surgical table.
Many patients ask which surgeon should perform their spine surgery. Should it be a neurosurgeon, an orthopedic surgeon or both? Each specialty may have a different training focus, but both are equally qualified for most spine surgery. There are exceptions to this rule, such as a neurosurgeon being better suited to perform tumor surgery, and an orthopedic surgeon being better suited to treat deformities. Orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons often work together in the operating room.
We know back pain can make your life miserable. It can not only cause stiffness or mobility problems but it can also significantly affect your quality-of-life. Our experts provide comprehensive treatment using the most up-to-date techniques.
The location of the condition, severity, and other factors such your medical history and general state of health will affect which options are available. Your doctor may not recommend certain procedures in order to minimize risks and side effects. Your anatomy and individual condition are unique so your doctor may not recommend certain procedures. The spine surgeons may use a variety of procedures, including foraminotomy or discectomy, spinal fusion, laminectomy and discectomy. However, depending on the specific condition and location of the spine, the approach and method used to perform these procedures and others can vary.
If you need surgery for a spine injury or condition, you�re in expert hands. Our outstanding spine surgeons perform leading-edge procedures effectively and safely. We specialize in minimally invasive techniques that involve less pain and recovery time.
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Laminectomy. This is the most common surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis. In this procedure, a surgeon removes parts of the bone, bone spurs, or ligaments in your back. This relieves pressure on spinal nerves and can ease pain or weakness, but the procedure can make your spine less stable. If that happens, you�ll probably need a spinal fusion as well. Doctors sometimes do the two procedures together.
Both orthopedic and neurosurgery specialties offer fellowships in spine. These programs include one year of training that is specific to spine surgery. Your surgeon should be at least board-certified or eligible for board certification in neurological or orthopedic surgery.
Collaborative treatment plans. Our spine experts work together to create the treatment plan that is most appropriate for your goals, lifestyle, and overall health. We help you understand all options and ensure you are comfortable and confident with your treatment plan.
Spine Surgery NYC will provide world-class and comprehensive treatment for any spinal injury, disorder, or disease. Our team of experts can handle even the most complex cases using advanced techniques. We are proud to offer innovative spine care as leaders.
We use less-invasive techniques for surgery: Our skilled surgeons use detailed imaging, robotic technology and computers to guide many spine surgeries. This technology allows us perform more complex surgeries with better results and greater precision.
It can be very difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of your back pain, even if your X-rays show that you have disk problems or bone spurs. X-rays taken for other reasons often reveal bulging or herniated disks that cause no symptoms and need no treatment.
Traditional spine surgery requires deep, long cuts through the muscles. This can cause long scarring and take a long time to heal. Some procedures can now be performed in a more minimally invasive way thanks to advances in technology and surgical instrumentation. A small incision is made to allow surgeons to access the spine without having to cut muscle tissue. The muscle tissue is not cut but is instead spread out. It can be closed back after the surgery is completed.
The above information can usually be obtained from reliable sources like your family doctor, friends, relatives, patients who have had back pain treatment, local hospital physician-referral service or universities and the physician's website.
There are fellowship programs available in both orthopedic and neurosurgery that offer additional training for spine surgery. Your surgeon should have at the minimum, board eligibility or be board certified in either orthopedic or neurological surgery.